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The Potential Pitfalls of Import Restrictions in Ghana,W/R NDC Nat Andoh writes

2,310  Ghana government is seeking to implement restrictions on the importation of 22 commodities. While the intention behind such measures may be to protect domestic industries and foster self-sufficiency, it is crucial to examine the potential consequences of these restrictions. In this article, we delve into the concerns surrounding these import limitations, particularly in relation […]

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It’s a lazy approach to keep focusing on existing taxpayers – Bawumia fires GRA

1,645  Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has urged the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to capitalise on the connection between the Ghana Card and Tax Identification Number (TIN) to enhance the identification and tax collection processes for individuals and businesses. Describing the current GRA approach of focusing solely on existing taxpayers as “lazy,” Dr Bawumia emphasised […]

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Licensing regime for import restrictions archaic; it’ll breed corruption – Minority

1,436  The Minority in Parliament has said that the Legislative Instrument seeking to restrict the importation of selected strategic goods into the country is an outmoded licensing regime by the government, and could breed corruption. On Thursday, Parliament suspended the laying of the Legislative Instrument by the Minister of Trade and Industry, K.T Hammond, for […]

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Over $30m spent quarterly on ‘galamsey’ committee – Minority

1,486  The Minority Members on the Lands and Forestry Committee of Parliament have criticized the government for failing to account for funds disbursed in the fight against illegal mining, also known as ‘galamsey,’ in the 2024 Budget. The group alleges that $30 million was allocated to the defunct inter-ministerial committee quarterly for three years, while […]

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Mahama grateful to Greater Accra NDC Youth Wing for their unflinching solidarity and support

1,409  HE John Dramani Mahama,2024 flagbearer of the NDC has conveyed his gratitude and appreciation to members of the public and particularly the Greater Accra Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for the love, support, and commitment to defending his strong and incorruptible character. “Ayekoo to the young people including women who converged […]

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NPP should be ‘super remorseful’ for messing up the economy – Fifi Kwetey

1,560  The General Secretary of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has criticized President Akufo-Addo’s administration for mismanaging the economy. Mr Kwetey acknowledged the challenges the country faced under the NDC administration but emphasised that the incumbent government inherited a strong foundation and should have built on it. Speaking to JoyNews on […]

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2024 elections: NPP’s defeat will pave way for Ken Agyapong to become president in future – Kumchacha

1,371  The founder of Heaven’s Gate Ministries, Nicholas Osei popularly known as Kumchacha, has said that Assin Central Member of Parliament (MP), Kennedy Agyapong’s presidential ambition will come to fruition if the New Patriotic Party (NPP) loses the 2024 general elections. According to him, if Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is able to sail through […]